Evolt Charging has introduced a new Cable Alarm device designed to stop EV charger cable theft and vandalism.
The Cable Alarm, manufactured by Circontrol, clamps down on criminals targeting EV charge points for the copper wiring within the cables.
It detects when a charger cable has been cut or removed, immediately activating an audible alarm and flashing beacon.
This alarm can be set to continue for a pre-determined period, ranging from between 10 minutes and two hours.
The device can also be integrated with notification and management systems, as well as existing security systems and site lighting.
Also, it can be installed on any DC charger within an hour.
Osprey Charging is currently trialling the cable alarm at several key sites.
Anne Buckingham, managing director at Evolt Charging, said, “The increase in EV cable theft is a real concern. It is inconvenient and frustrating for EV drivers and costly for the charge point owners, so we need to be one step ahead of the criminals.
“This is high on the agenda for charge point operators, which will require a combination of different tools and tactics depending on the different types of locations they need to protect.”
Lewis Gardiner, operations director at Osprey Charging, said, “Tackling the cable theft currently plaguing public charging hubs relies on collaboration between CPOs, hardware manufacturers and host landlords, all of whom are impacted if solutions are not found.
“Evolt’s new Cable Alarm is a welcome, proactive approach. Osprey have always been quick to trial new technology, and we look forward to seeing the impact of this innovation on the ground.”
